I opened the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 227 Out of breath

Emperor Zhenwu said proudly, "My daughter, Zhu Zhanji ruled the country with benevolence and justice. Look, in the court, he is like the shining sun, shining brightly, and everyone admires him. His wisdom is like a super brain, and his decisions are wise and powerful. He has managed the country in an orderly manner, and the people live and work in peace and contentment. This is his contribution. Such an emperor is admired by everyone. If you have such a person as your husband, you will be the queen in the future, enjoying endless glory and wealth, how glorious it will be."

The Zhenwu Emperor became more and more excited as he spoke, and continued, "Zhu Zhanji has left a profound mark in history. His achievements are like tall mountains, making people look up to him. His prestige is like the surging sea, majestic and imposing. With him, the country will prosper, and you will also benefit from it. Just wait to be envied and hated by others."

Shuiying curled her lips and said with disgust: "Father, please don't just see his good points. As an emperor, Zhu Zhanji is very busy. He is just like a spinning top that can't stop. Think about it, he is busy dealing with state affairs all day long. How can he have time to accompany me? It's like I bought a super luxurious big cake, but I can only look at it but not eat it. I don't want to marry someone who can't accompany me and guard an empty house all day. As the saying goes, 'company is the longest confession of love', why don't we find someone who can chat with me and relieve my boredom?"

The Mizukage paused, then continued, "Life is boring enough, I don't want to find someone who makes me more boring. I want someone who can bring me happiness, someone who can laugh and joke with me. Not someone who has a stern face all day and is only busy with work. It's like I'm walking on a road with no end, and I'll never see anything fun. I'd better find someone who is full of energy, so that my life can be interesting."

Mizukage continued to refute: "Look at those happy young couples, holding hands all day long, shopping, watching movies, and eating delicious food together. How sweet it is. But if I marry Zhu Zhanji, I can only do these things by myself. It's like I'm singing a one-man show, how tiring. I want someone who can create beautiful memories with me, not someone who makes me always wait in memories. He is so busy, he is not suitable for me at all. I'd better find someone who is more suitable for me, who can live a warm life with me in this small home."

Mizukage said with a series of idioms and popular jokes: "His busyness is like a wild horse that can't be stopped; his work is like a pit that can never be filled, and he can never finish it; his responsibility is like a heavy mountain that makes people breathless. I don't want to be affected by his busyness, work and responsibilities. What I want is a relaxed and happy life, just like the freedom of a flying bird; what I want is a warm and romantic day, just like the sweet plot in an idol drama; what I want is a harmonious and joyful atmosphere, just like the laughter in the playground."

"The Debate between Emperor Zhenwu and Mizukage on Choosing a Son-in-Law"

Emperor Zhenwu said with a look of relief on his face: "My daughter, Zhu Gaochi is kind and generous. Look, in the court, he is like the warm sun, emitting soft light. His generosity is like the vast earth, which can accommodate everything. He is always kind to people and never loses his temper easily. He is simply a kind-hearted person. Such a person is loving and can treat you well. With him by your side, you are like living in a warm harbor, and you don't have to be afraid of any wind or rain. He will protect you like a baby and let you feel endless love."

The Zhenwu Emperor became more and more excited as he spoke, and continued, "Zhu Gaochi also showed his kindness in governing the country. The policies he implemented were like the gentle spring breeze, blowing on the hearts of the people. His kindness was like the clear spring water, nourishing everyone's soul. With such a loving emperor as your husband, your future life will surely be filled with warmth and happiness. You just wait to be envied, jealous and hated. He can show his kindness in national affairs, and he will definitely give you full love in the family."

Mizukage frowned and said helplessly, "Father, please don't just see his good points. Zhu Gaochi is in poor health. Think about it, he is like a candle that may go out at any time, which makes people feel uneasy. How can I feel at ease with such a person? It's like I bought a beautiful porcelain doll, but I have to hold it carefully for fear that it will break. I don't want to take care of a patient all day long. I hope my husband can be healthy and strong, and take me to travel. As the saying goes, 'Health is the capital of revolution', wouldn't it be better for us to find someone with good health?"

The Mizukage paused, then continued, "Life is hard enough, I don't want to find someone who makes me more tired. I want someone who can bring me happiness, someone who can enjoy life with me. Not someone who makes me nervous all day and I have to take care of him. It's like walking on a rugged path and carrying a big bag, how tiring. I'd better find someone who is full of energy, so that my life can be full of flavor."

The Mizukage continued to refute: "Look at those happy young couples, holding hands all day long to go on adventures and explore the world together. That's so exciting. But if I follow Zhu Gaochi, I can only stay by his side and can't go anywhere. It's like I'm trapped in a small cage and can't fly out. I want someone who can create beautiful memories with me, not someone who makes me worry about his health all the time. He is in such poor health that he is not suitable for me at all. I'd better find someone who is more suitable for me and can play with me in this world to my heart's content."

Mizukage said with a series of idioms and popular jokes: "His body is like a crumbling building, which makes people panic; his weakness is like a balloon without air, which is soft and collapsed; his illness is like a rainy day, which makes people feel depressed. I don't want to be affected by his body, weakness and illness. What I want is a vibrant life, just like the running cheetah is full of strength; what I want is a sunny day, just like the blooming sunflower is full of vitality; what I want is a happy and carefree atmosphere, just like the playground is full of laughter."

Emperor Zhenwu frowned slightly and said, "Daughter, Zhu Qizhen has had a rough life. You see, on the road of life, he is like a brave warrior who has gone through hardships but never gives up. His story is like a thick book, full of legends. He was once defeated and captured, but he was able to rise again. What a tenacious vitality. Such a person has stories that can help you understand the various aspects of life. With him by your side, you are like having a life mentor, and you can draw wisdom and strength from his experience."

The more the Emperor Zhenwu spoke, the prouder he became. He continued, "Zhu Qizhen's life experience is rich and colorful. His setbacks are like a grindstone, which made him stronger. His growth is like a butterfly emerging from a cocoon, beautiful and moving. With such a man with a story as your husband, your future life will surely be full of surprises and touching moments. Just wait to be attracted by his story. He can find a way out of difficult situations, and he will definitely bring you different excitement in life."

Mizukage shook her head and said with disgust, "Father, Zhu Qizhen was defeated and captured. His life was too eventful. Think about it, he is like a person riding a roller coaster, sometimes high and sometimes low, which makes people feel nervous. With such a person, wouldn't my life be full of uncertainty? It's like I am drifting on the sea, never knowing where the next wave will take me. I, your daughter, don't want to live like this, living in fear all day long. As the saying goes, 'a plain life is the truth', wouldn't it be better for us to find someone who can live a stable life?"

Mizukage frowned and continued, "Besides, he has experienced so many setbacks, and there must be a lot of shadows in his heart. When the time comes, he will bring these negative emotions home, and I will have to suffer with him. I don't want to live a life affected by other people's emotions. I want someone who can bring me happiness, someone who can make me feel good. Not someone who makes me worry too. It's like I'm walking on a thorny road, and I have to be careful not to be pricked by his thorns. I'd better find someone with a calm mind, who can live an ordinary and happy life with me."

Mizukage continued, "Look at those happy young couples who live a plain and warm life all day long. How enviable it is. But if I follow Zhu Qizhen, I guess every day will be like filming a movie, with ups and downs in the plot, which is unbearable. It's like I'm watching a horror movie, and I never know when I will be scared. What I want is someone who can create beautiful memories with me, not someone who makes me worry about the future all the time. He has so many twists and turns, he is not suitable for me at all. I'd better find someone who is more suitable for me, who can live a stable life with me in this small home."

Mizukage said with a series of idioms and popular jokes: "His ups and downs are like violent storms, catching people off guard; his setbacks are like rugged mountain roads, making people's feet ache; his experiences are like chaotic jigsaw puzzles, making people confused. I don't want to be affected by his ups and downs, and experiences. What I want is a life as calm as water, like the quiet lake without waves; what I want is a stable and down-to-earth life, like the old ox taking one step at a time; what I want is a harmonious and warm atmosphere, just like the warm fire that makes people feel comfortable."

Emperor Zhenwu seemed to be thinking about something, and then said, "My daughter, Zhu Qiyu was appointed in a time of crisis. Just think about it, when the country was in danger, he was like a brave knight who stepped forward and saved the country from danger. His responsibility is like a solid shield, blocking all dangers for the country and the people. Such a person is responsible and can accomplish great things. With him by your side, you don't have to worry about encountering difficulties, because he will be like a solid fortress, protecting you from wind and rain."

The Zhenwu Emperor became more and more excited as he spoke, and continued, "Zhu Qiyu's performance on the throne is also remarkable. His decisiveness is like a sharp sword that can cut through all the mess. His wisdom is like a bright lighthouse that guides the direction of the country. With such a responsible person as your husband, your future life will definitely be full of glory and security. You just wait to be respected and loved. He can show his responsibility in national affairs, and he will definitely be able to take responsibility in the family."

Mizukage sighed and said with a worried look on his face: "Father, Zhu Qiyu also faces many difficulties on the throne. Think about it, he is like a boat sailing in a storm, which may be overturned at any time. With such a person, my life will be full of danger and uncertainty. It's like walking on a tightrope, and I never know when I will fall. I, your daughter, don't want to be involved in complicated political struggles. As the saying goes, 'To be with the emperor is like being with a tiger'. Let's find an ordinary person and live an ordinary life."

The Mizukage paused, then continued, "Besides, he has so many troubles on the throne, so he must be under a lot of pressure and worries. When the time comes, he will bring these emotions home, and I will have to worry about them with him. I don't want to live a life of fear all day long. I want someone who can bring me happiness, someone who can make me feel at ease. Not someone who makes me worry too. It's like I'm walking on a road full of traps, and I have to be careful not to fall into his traps. I'd better find a simple and pure person who can live an ordinary and happy life with me."

Mizukage continued, "Look at those happy young couples, they live a simple and happy life all day long, how enviable it is. But if I follow Zhu Qiyu, I will probably have to act out a palace drama every day, full of intrigues and exhausting. It's like I'm playing a complicated game, and I never know when I can finish it. I want someone who can create beautiful memories with me, not someone who makes me worry about the future all the time. He is so complicated and not suitable for me at all. I'd better find someone who is more suitable for me, who can live a warm life with me in this little home."

Mizukage said with a series of idioms and popular jokes: "His predicament is like a spider web, which makes people unable to break free; his troubles are like flies, which can't be driven away; his pressure is like a heavy stone, which makes people breathless. I don't want to be affected by his predicament, troubles and pressure. What I want is a relaxed and comfortable life, just like the carefree flying birds; what I want is simple and happy days, just like the innocent smile of the child; what I want is a warm and harmonious atmosphere, just like the warm sunshine that makes people feel comfortable."